1993 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
